It makes sense. After an excellent 2011/12 season, in which he scored 24 goals in La Liga, and the winning goal in the Europa League final, Falcao has started this season with an impressive 10 goals in eight La Liga appearances.

Chelsea might be looking for a new striker to add to their squad in January, as Fernando Torres and Daniel Sturridge are currently their only two options up front.

However, despite this, Falcao is not the move that the Blues need to make come January; here are five reasons why.

It Would Be an Unnecessary Gamble

If Real Madrid are interested in signing Falcao, Chelsea should not bid.

Not only will Real push up the price and ultimately outbid the London club, but Falcao will surely opt for a Spanish side over a move to England.

Falcao would also need some time to adapt to the Premier League.

He may not take as long as Torres did to get used to life at Stamford Bridge, but even the most talented players need some time. And with the high price that he will come with, Chelsea will not want to wait.

What is more, Falcao has stated that he does not even want a move away from Atletico Madrid.

All these things considered, an extravagant move for the Colombian is a risk that is not worth taking.